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    5 Steps to Better Blurbs: Crafting Dynamic Descriptions that Sell
    5 Steps to Better Blurbs: Crafting Dynamic Descriptions that Sell
    5 Steps to Better Blurbs: Crafting Dynamic Descriptions that Sell
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    5 Steps to Better Blurbs: Crafting Dynamic Descriptions that Sell

    Written by Julie C. Gilbert

    Narrated by Julie Hinton

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    About this audiobook

    Want to write better blurbs?

    Blurb writing is the most misunderstood task we undertake. Herein, I'll dissect the principles at work behind awesome blurbs, examine the common mistakes, and detail some completed case studies. Once I've shown you the five steps to strengthening the book description, you can put what you've learned into play.

    Inside, you will find ...

    • Ten principles of dream blurbs
    • Five common mistakes
    • Ten plus case studies
    • Five steps to better blurbs
    • Six exercises to strengthen your blurbs

    Bonus: You'll find information on getting additional case studies and free or discounted blurb overhauls.

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    If you enjoy this book, you may also be interested in 5 Steps to Better Audiobooks: An Indie Author's Guide to Awesome Audio Productions.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJulie C. Gilbert
    Release dateFeb 14, 2018
    ISBN9781094296494
    5 Steps to Better Blurbs: Crafting Dynamic Descriptions that Sell
    Author

    Julie C. Gilbert

    Writer, chemistry teacher, Christian

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